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Is Dibromsalan vegetarian?

Dibromsalan

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Dibromsalan, also known as 4',5-dibromosalicylanilide, is a synthetic halogenated salicylanilide compound historically used as an antibacterial and antifungal agent, notably in soaps, though discontinued due to photosensitization concerns.

Also known as 4',5-Dibromosalicylanilide
INCI name Dibromsalan
CAS number 87-12-7
EC number 201-724-1
CosIng ID 81255
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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